On Saturday night October 5, Eidsvold Fire Brigade and police attended two grass fires at Abercorn and the Burnett Highway between Eidsvold and Monto.
While these fires were small and brought easily under control it is a timely reminder that the potential for a fire to get out of hand quickly is very real due to the lengthy, dry weather that the area is experiencing.
Please consult with your local firewarden if you would like to conduct a burn off of any kind and think twice about flicking that cigarette butt out the car window onto the side of the road.
By Sergeant Don Roseby,
Officer in Charge, Eidsvold Police Station